My own experience as a student in two local retreats has inspired me to offer such an opportunity to students. I invite you to share in the revelation these retreats offered to me in a blog post I wrote in February 2015.
My research lead me to many local options, but I finally found the perfect one. In Santa Margarita (north of San Luis Obisbo) sits a small, rustic and elegant yoga retreat center run by a local family.
Scott & Eva have been hosting yoga retreats for 10 years, and they offer the perfect environment for students to unplug and practice with a small group.
Flowing from Winter into Spring
When looking at the solar and lunar cycles of the year, early March has us experiencing the later notes of winter and we start to see promise of spring’s light and warmth. This is a beautiful time to honor the introspection and turning inward that is such an important part of our winter hibernation.
By honoring this turning inward, we also recognize that seeds planted during this time offer great potential when watered with creativity and patience. This spring weekend retreat is designed to offer you the opportunity to dive deep into a conscious yoga practice. We will honor gentle, persistent, mindful practice as we build tapas (discipline), movement, heat, and vigor to help us transition from winter to spring with balance and grace.
Classes will offer many elements of the yoga practice (asana, pranayama, meditation, etc) in longer sessions designed to journey inward. Please come with a sense of curiosity and willingness to explore. Some yoga experience is recommended, although all levels are welcome. There will also be opportunity to rest, hike, write, read, and visit with friends.
Weekend Schedule
The weekend schedule is in its early stages, so exact times and descriptions may change.
Friday, March 4
2-4pm Arrival & Check-in
4-6pm Welcome & Yoga Practice
6pm Dinner
8pm Enjoy the Stars in the Jacuzzi
Saturday, March 5
8:30am Light Breakfast
9:30-12pm Morning Yoga Practice
12:30pm Lunch & Afternoon Break
4-6pm Afternoon Yoga Practice
6pm Dinner
7pm Post-Dinner Activity
8pm Enjoy the Stars in the Jacuzzi
Sunday, March 6
8:30am Light Breakfast
9:30-11:30am Morning Yoga Practice
12pm Check-out & Departure
Accommodations
Room availability is limited, so please register early. If you have a friend or partner that you plan to stay with, please include that info on your registration form. We will try to accommodate your requests as best we can, but there are no guarantees you will be able to stay in your first choice of accommodations.
The prices listed below include all yoga classes, all props (except a yoga mat), all meals, taxes, and all linens/towels. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the retreat.
Suite (sold out)
Private Rooms have a queen size bed with comfy linens and open onto a spacious patio with gorgeous ranch views. Bathrooms (shared) are across the hall and are accented with Italian tiles, reclaimed barn wood from the property and modern waterfall showers. Two Suites are available, and may be reserved with a friend/partner or booked privately. (availability: 2 rooms with 1 or 2 people per room)
Double Occupancy: $645 per person ($395 balance after $250 deposit)
Single Occupancy: $865 Per Person ($615 balance after $250 deposit)
Communal Room (sold out)
Communal Room is a shared accommodation in our sunny mountain vista room. Featuring five full size beds and one full size futon, this room can accommodate up to six people. The communal room is quite large and has a sitting area, plenty of cubby spaces for your clothes, toiletries and yoga gear, and large bathroom. (availability: 6 beds)
Price Per Person: $595 ($345 balance after $250 deposit)
Loft (sold out)
A cozy loft with two twin beds sits above the yoga studio and offers and relaxed place to rest and retreat in the evening. (availability: 2 beds)
Price Per Person: $595 ($345 balance after $250 deposit)
Shared Bathrooms
All room options included shared bathrooms. The communal room has one toilet, shower and sink, but guests may also use the bathrooms near the yoga studio. Two additional toilets, showers, and sinks are located across from the suites and near the yoga studio. For efficient sharing, the toilets and showers are separate and each has their own door.
Bathrooms are accented with Italian tiles, reclaimed barn wood from the property and modern waterfall showers. The Bathrooms are cleaned daily and fresh towels are always provided. Sagrada Wellness uses environmentally friendly laundry detergent and sun dry whenever possible.
